Chapter 413
Gianna had extended an invitation to Anastasiaâs family for the grand opening of her new coffee shop. Herman was tied up with work, so he asked Dailey to accompany Anastasia and Salma. Their daughter, Pattie, had school that day. Naturally, they wouldnât ask her to take a day off and hold her back from her studies.
Upon arrival at the coffee shop, Anastasia learned the name that Gianna had chosen.
âForever Cafe.â Anastasia read the words on the sign aloud, chuckling.
Anastasiaâs belly was visibly larger, even beneath her loose clothing. Gianna glanced at Anastasiaâs belly, with hidden longing flickering in her eyes.
âI had a fortune teller pick the name. Letâs go inside. Itâs almost time for the ribbon-cutting.â Gianna laughed, asking, âWhereâs your husband?â
âHeâs tied up at work,â Anastasia replied, pulling out a gift. âGianna, I wish you booming business and abundant wealth.â
âYouâre being too formal,â Gianna teased, pulling Anastasia inside. âCome on, letâs go in.â
Anastasia had prepared a gift and bought eight flower baskets. Gianna had a fair number of friends, with more and more flower baskets arriving one after another.
After Joey was paralyzed, wasnât Giannaâs situation similar to that of a widow? She was in control of all their asset, her net worth had doubled, and with her good looks, she had no shortage of suitors.
With the man of the house incapacitated, men outside were certainly eyeing their chances to woo Gianna. Winning her over would mean a double victory of wealth and beauty.
Anastasia and Salma settled inside the shop while Gianna went out to greet her friends. Soon, the entrance of the coffee shop was overflowing with flower baskets.
Gianna glanced at the name of the coffee shop. It wasnât chosen by a fortune teller at all, but by her.
Forever Cafe. In other words, she was tenaciously devoted to Herman. She could only hide this love she had for Herman deep within her heart, but she was not willing to completely let go. So, she hid this love in the name of her shop.
Unrequited love was always a careful balance between not wanting to reveal yourself yet desiring to be known.
Salma sat in the coffee shop, observing Gianna. Turning to Anastasia, she said, âGiannaâs really capable, managing such a large shop all by herself. Ever since Joey became paralyzed, sheâs become even more beautiful. And that pink dress sheâs wearing, itâs gorgeous.â
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Gianna, a regular at the gym, had a great figure. Dressed in a soft pink dress coupled with the unique charm of a minggearold women, she was truly a picture of femininity
Anastasia smiled. Indeed, she is very capable. They say women marry for happiness and divorce for the same reason. While she and Joey didnât divorce their situation is almost similar only without the property disputes
Sarma added. âI heard from your aunt that Glanne sent Joey to ehabilitation centerâ
On this point, Anastasia greatly admired Glanna. Sometimes she even wondered if Joeyâs paralysis was part of Gianneâs plan. Joeyâs paralysis was a better outcome than divorce The Edmunds elders were sent back to their hometown by Glenne.
Just then, Cynthia and Colton arrived, both dressed in bol atmosphere of Glannaâs grand opening
lors to add to the festive
When it was time for the ribbon-cutting, Gianna invited Anastasia to join her. Amidst the applause and fireworks Forever Cafe officially opened for business
With grand opening discounts and Glannaâs extensive network, the cafe enjoyed great business on its first day.
Salme was whisked away by Cynthia for some shopping. After greeting her customers, Gianna made a fresh juice and brought it over to Anastasia.
Gianna smiled, âWhat do you think of my cafe?â
âItâs wonderfulâ Anastasia complimented. âI can see youâve put a lot of effort into it.â
Gianna replied with a hidden meaning. âItâs my Forever Cafe. I have to do my best.â
Anastasia, oblivious to the subtext, smiled and replied, âIâm sure you will.â
Gianna stared at Anastasiaâs belly, saying, âYour belly is pointed. Itâs probably a boy, isnât
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